Big Time Talent Up Front on Offensive Line in 2028

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em><br><br>As we are about to release our 2028 Redzone Rankings prior to the start of the season we wanted to take another look at the film of prospects that emerged in the offseason, are new on the radar, or we wanted to double check if what we saw the first time remains true after in person evals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here we examine some 2028 Offensive Lineman in the Film Room!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Joseph Frierdich (Carbondale)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'7" 260 pounds the Carbondale offensive tackle is a huge lineman!&nbsp; Seals his man off on the edge so well.&nbsp; Plus athlete that hits guys on the move and drives defenders back on a consistent basis.&nbsp; Mirrors well and has a super strong punch in pass pro while controlling lineman in the run game with his mitts as well.&nbsp; The footwork, strength, length, and skill level are impressive for one of the fastest rising offensive lineman in the Midwest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2140295' first='Liam' last='Barrett'] (St. Charles East)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barrett is an offensive tackle that goes 6'7" 255 pounds.&nbsp; The right tackle has broad shoulders, great length, and is light on his feet.&nbsp; Physical in the run game with his ability to hit on the move and get to the second level.&nbsp; Plays with a mean streak up front.&nbsp; Slides well in pass pro with sound footwork along with being able to adjust to twist moves by defensive lines.&nbsp; Sound fundamentally in both the run and pass game.&nbsp; Seals on the edge in the run game.&nbsp; Plus athlete that has a ton of long term projectability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1052306' first='Javell' last='Donley'] (East St. Louis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Donley is a 6'5" 300 pound offensive tackle who played on the right side last season.&nbsp; Broad shouldered tackle that has a strong base.&nbsp; High level athlete that mirrors well and is light on his feet.&nbsp; Can block multiple defenders in the run on the same play moving from one level to another.&nbsp; Blocks well on the move.&nbsp; Mauls defenders in the run game with his athleticism and power.&nbsp; One of the better pass blocking tackles in the class with his mirroring, footwork, and length.&nbsp; Very sound technically and that combined with his athleticism makes him a rare tackle prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1087387' first='Wyatt' last='VanBoening'] (Carmel)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'7" 270 pound offensive tackle from Carmel is coming off an outstanding sophomore season.&nbsp; Prototype right tackle with his strength and athleticism.&nbsp; Mauls in the run game playing with a mean streak combined with excellent technique.&nbsp; Powerful with his hands in both the run and pass game.&nbsp; Mirrors very well and uses his length to not allow defenders to get into his frame.&nbsp; Love how well he gets out to the second level to block in space.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1289319' first='Stephen' last='Caxton-Idowu'] (Sandburg)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wide based 6'4" 285 pound offensive tackle that can play either tackle or slide inside to guard at the next level.&nbsp; Plus athlete with sound technique at a young age.&nbsp; Turns his man whatever way is needed.&nbsp; So light on his feet in pass pro while mirroring, kicking, and using his powerful hands to keep defenders away.&nbsp; Elite pass blocker!&nbsp; Physical in the run game with his ability to create leverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1629961' first='Kajus' last='Muralis'] (Waubonsie Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Massive 6'7" 250 pound offensive tackle with an 84" wingspan!&nbsp; The right tackle uses that insane length very well in both the run and pass.&nbsp; Complete wall in pass protection anchoring and mirroring not allowing anyone to get near his QB.&nbsp; Puts opponents on the ground in the run game with his power full hands and raw strength.&nbsp; The movement skills are outstanding for a young tackle.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2140176' first='Jerry' last='Richmond'] (East St. Louis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richmond started on one of the best offensive lines in the state a year ago at left guard.&nbsp; The athleticism and power pops right off the film!&nbsp; He is sound technically sealing off his man, pulling, and anchoring against big time interior defensive lineman.&nbsp; Love how he gets out and to the second level as a blocker.&nbsp; Consistently puts guys on the ground.&nbsp; When he gets his hands on you it is OVER!&nbsp; Light on his feet and moves very well for his size.&nbsp; Elite level pass blocker in a phone booth!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682057' first='Brayden' last='Weaver'] (Tuscola)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Weaver is a massive 6'5" 270 pound offensive tackle.&nbsp; Seals off his side of the line blowing defenders off the ball.&nbsp; Overwhelms edge defenders in the run game.&nbsp; Gets to the second level blocking pretty well on the move.&nbsp; Most of the time the defenders that come across him end up spending time on the ground.&nbsp; Also shows off his athleticism on the defensive side of the ball as well at defensive tackle where he could also have a future at the next level.&nbsp; The athleticism really pops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1621319' first='Brock' last='Thompson'] (Loyola)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thompson is one of the more versatile offensive lineman in the state that can slide up and down the line of scrimmage.&nbsp; Strong base at 6'4" 295 pounds that is a quality athlete with great punch and explosiveness off the ball through defenders.&nbsp; Anchors and mirrors well in pass pro.&nbsp; Super physical with his punch and has a nice looking kick at right tackle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682045' first='Ben' last='Coleman'] (Providence Catholic)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coleman is a 6'5" 275 pound offensive lineman that essentially lined up as an H-back for Providence Catholic this past season.&nbsp; The athleticism really pops when you see this and how well he moves.&nbsp; Definitely an offensive lineman at the next level.&nbsp; Plays with a mean streak and finishes off blocks with force.&nbsp; Even caught a few passes on tape.&nbsp; Should be able to play either right tackle or guard in college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1060615' first='Joshua' last='Larsen'] (Hope)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Larsen is a massive lineman from Hope at 6'6" 335 pounds.&nbsp; The right tackle engulfs defensive lineman with his pure size.&nbsp; Sound technically as well with his blocking sealing off the edge and turning them whatever way he wants them.&nbsp; Pretty light on his feet for how huge he is.&nbsp; Quality pass blocker that can anchor well along with mirror the defender.&nbsp; Raw strength is impressive putting opponents on the ground and not giving up any ground to pass rushers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2169239' first='Florians' last='Naglins'] (Glenbrook North)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big and physical 6'7" 280 pound offensive lineman tht lines up at left guard.&nbsp; Light on his feet for how big he is.&nbsp; Controls man in a phone booth in the run game with his hands and positioning turning them or pushing them off the ball.&nbsp; Solid athlete that works well on combo blocks.&nbsp; Plays with mean streak.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1687793' first='Tyler' last='Houlf'] (Brother Rice)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Brother Rice sophomore 6'5" 270 pound offensive tackle is definitely one to track.&nbsp; Anchors well against pass rushers and is extremely physical with his hands.&nbsp; Light on his feet with solid movement skills.&nbsp; Mirrors well in pass protection using his length to keep defenders out of his body.&nbsp; Strong push in the run game getting low and driving the edge defender off the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1687996' first='CJ' last='Nielsen'] (Loyola)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'5" 285 pound offensive tackle has good size, length, and athleticism at right tackle.&nbsp; The movement skills are evident with his ability to get to the second level and block on the move.&nbsp; Knows how to use his hands in pass protection hand fighting and mirroring.&nbsp; Mauls in the run game.&nbsp; Light on his feet.&nbsp; Like the developmental upside here!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Charles Booker (Lake Park)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Booker is a 6'8" 295 pound offensive tackle out of Lake Park Who has great height and length.&nbsp; Solid kick step in pass pro and is extremely powerful with his hands.&nbsp; Punch in pass pro and pancakes guys in the run.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2223515' first='Tayden' last='Goodwin'] (East St. Louis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This was our first look at the 6'7” 280 pound offensive lineman.&nbsp; He plays with a wide base, good strength, and big body.&nbsp; Strong punch and good hand placement vs pass rushers.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1670540' first='Sylas' last='Rohl'] (Fisher)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fisher 6'3" 290 pound offensive lineman is one to watch.&nbsp; The left guard is a massive interior offensive lineman consistently puts defenders on the ground.&nbsp; Movement skills hitting guys on the move pulling and getting up to the second level.&nbsp; Solid pass blocker that holds up well in a phone booth against his opponent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Torreon Jeffries (Wheaton St. Francis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jeffries is a 6'0" 300 pound center that is like a wrestler at the pivot spot quickly pinning his man to the ground in one on one situations.&nbsp; Physical with his hands and turns the nose guard whatever way he wants.&nbsp; Powerful lower half allows him to anchor in pass pro along with be powerful moving bodies on the interior.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1855539' first='Clark' last='Roush'] (Naperville North)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Roush goes 6'4" and 225 pounds.&nbsp; The Naperville North is a force at right tackle consistently getting his man on the ground.&nbsp; Good length and has solid athleticism.&nbsp; Gets a good push up front.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2176925' first='Colton' last='Froschauer'] (Neuqua Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Neuqua Valley 6'2" 300 pound left guard brings a ton of grit on the interior of an offensive line.&nbsp; Turns his defender and works well on combo blocks.&nbsp; Wide base allows him to anchor pretty well.&nbsp; Solid technically and is solid pulling in run game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Joe Paur (Edwardsville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paur caught our attention in a camp setting during the spring so we went back to check out the tape.&nbsp; Versatile guard that can swing to either side of the line of scrimmage.&nbsp; Gets leverage and is physical in the run game putting opponents on the ground.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>George Smith (Collinsville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wide bodied and compact 6'0" 290 pound guard that opens holes with his pulling in space.&nbsp; Good base and mirrors pretty well in pass protection in a phone booth.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2213046' first='Gabe' last='Lofton'] (Neuqua Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Neuqua Valley 6'0" 240 pound right guard works well on combo blocks in the run game putting defenders on their belly.&nbsp; Gets a good push up front in the run game.&nbsp; Quick off the snap and is technically sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tyler Compton (Triad)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Compton is a wide bodied 6'1" 305 pound offensive guard or center.&nbsp; The strong and stocky interior offensive lineman works well on combo blocks on the interior in the run game.&nbsp; Solid anchor at the pivot spot being able to get his head up to block the defensive tackle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->